Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport you will be transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Take some time to rest and prepare yourself for the adventure that awaits.
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8 days safari in Tanzania, see the big five on a game drive, visit the local villages for cultural experience.
Why this safari works
An eight-day trip for travellers who want northern Tanzania's main parks with time for local culture along the way. Two nights at Lake Manyara include a game drive, a community visit and a tour of Mto wa Mbu village, before you head to the Serengeti for an afternoon drive and a full day on the plains. On the way to Ngorongoro you stop at Olduvai Gorge, and a full day in the Ngorongoro Crater comes before the return to Arusha.
Highlights
- Game drive and picnic lunch in Lake Manyara National Park
- Mto wa Mbu village tour, with banana beer brewing and local artwork
- Afternoon game drive and a full day in Serengeti National Park
- Olduvai Gorge and its on-site museum
- Full-day game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater
Your route
- Arusha
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Serengeti National Park
- Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Kilimanjaro International Airport
Day-by-day itinerary
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Day1
Arrival. Arusha
- Airport transfer
- Hotel in Arusha
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Day2
Arusha. Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, set off towards Lake Manyara National Park. This renowned park is famous for its tree climbing lions and the breathtaking sight of flamingos. Immerse yourself in a thrilling game drive. Indulge in a picnic lunch amidst the park’s picturesque landscapes. In the afternoon take the opportunity to visit the communities residing around the park. You will stay overnight at a lodge situated in Lake Manyara.
- Game drive and community visit
- Lodge in Lake Manyara
- Breakfast, picnic lunch
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Day3
Lake Manyara. Mto Wa Mbu Cultural Tour
Explore the Mto Wa Mbu village on a cultural tour. This remarkable village is a melting pot of over 120 tribes coexisting harmoniously. Engage in activities like experiencing banana beer brewing and witnessing traditional artwork making firsthand. You will spend another night at the lodge located in Lake Manyara.
- Mto wa Mbu cultural tour
- Lodge in Lake Manyara
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Day4
Lake Manyara. Serengeti National Park
Set off on a drive towards Serengeti National Park, renowned worldwide as one of the most incredible wildlife conservation areas. Experience an exciting afternoon game drive that promises captivating encounters with wildlife species. Afterward retreat to a lodge within Serengeti for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Afternoon game drive
- Lodge in the Serengeti
- Dinner
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Day5
Full day in Serengeti National Park
Dedicate this day to exploring the plains of Serengeti National Park, home to more than two million wildebeest as well as abundant populations of majestic lions, elusive leopards and swift cheetahs.
- Full day in the Serengeti
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Day6
Serengeti. Olduvai Gorge. Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Set off on a journey to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area making a stop at the Olduvai Gorge. This fascinating place, often referred to as “The Cradle of Mankind”, holds significance as one of the world’s most important paleoanthropological sites. Take some time to explore the on site museum and delve into the captivating history of humans. Spend the night at a lodge nestled within Ngorongoro.
- Olduvai Gorge visit
- Lodge in Ngorongoro
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Day7
Ngorongoro Crater
Enjoy breakfast before venturing into the Ngorongoro Crater for an exciting full day game drive. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site this remarkable area is home to an array of wildlife including creatures like the Big Five. Rest overnight at the lodge within Ngorongoro.
- Ngorongoro Crater game drive
- Lodge in Ngorongoro
- Breakfast
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Day8
Ngorongoro. Arusha. Departure
Return to Arusha for any last minute shopping endeavors, perhaps even squeezing in a quick city tour if your flight schedule allows. Finally bid farewell to Tanzania as you transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure.
Facts and Figures
Covering an area of 330 square kilometers, Lake Manyara National Park boasts a stunning lake that comprises approximately 70% of its total expanse.
Mto Wa Mbu village serves as a melting pot with representation from over 120 tribes offering visitors a rich and diverse experience.
Encompassing a landmass spanning 14,763 square kilometers, Serengeti National Park has gained worldwide fame for its awe inspiring annual migration spectacle that sees over 1.5 million wildebeest and 250,000 zebras traversing its vast plains.
Over the past 2 million years Olduvai Gorge has been a source of evidence for understanding the early evolution of humans.
The Ngorongoro Crater holds the distinction of being the largest caldera that remains inactive, intact and unfilled. It reaches a depth of 610 meters and spans an area of about 260 square kilometers on its floor.- Arusha and departure
Frequently asked questions
Which parks does the trip visit?
Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, including a full day in the Ngorongoro Crater.
What cultural visits are included?
A visit to the communities around Lake Manyara on Day 2, a tour of Mto wa Mbu village on Day 3, where over 120 tribes live together, and a stop at Olduvai Gorge and its museum on Day 6.
How much time is spent in the Serengeti?
You arrive on Day 4 for an afternoon game drive and spend all of Day 5 exploring the plains, home to large herds of wildebeest as well as lions, leopards and cheetahs.
Where do I stay?
A hotel in Arusha on the first night, then two nights each at lodges in Lake Manyara, the Serengeti and Ngorongoro.
Where does the trip start and end?
It starts and ends at Kilimanjaro International Airport, with time on the last day for shopping or a quick city tour in Arusha if your flight allows.
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